Here are some of the most popular motifs in Jewish jewelry accessories:
The Star of David – might be the most popular motif in Jewish jewelry. In the last century, the Star of David has become the most recognizable sign of Judaism. The Star of David decorates numerous of religious objects, such as Hanukkah menorahs. The shape of the hexagram is also believed by many cultures to draw positive energies, and sometime you can spot non-Jews who wear it. A Star of David pendant is also a wonderful way of expressing one’s faith and collective identity. Many people also see Star of David as a sign of connection to the state of Israel, as the Star of David decorates its national flag. In contemporary Jewish jewelry accessories, you can find many interpretations to this ancient symbol, and at the same time Judaica artists aspire to give it appropriate meanings.
Another extremely popular motif in Jewish jewelry is the Hamsa hand. Hamsa jewelry has claimed a special place within the Jewish jewelry niche which often draws on symbols from the Jewish and Israeli cultures. Hamsa hand has been adopted by Judaism and Islam, and now by western societies. Many Jewish jewelry accessories incorporate more than one motifs that are believed to ward off the evil eye and negative energies. There are certain traditional symbols that are considered to fight negative energies such as images of fish, birds and human eyes.
Another prominent motif in Jewish jewelry is the Hebrew symbol Chai. Chai is the 2
letter combination, Heth and Heh. The word Chai, spelled by the letters Heth and Yod, is the Hebrew word for life or living. In Gematria, the word Chai equals to the number 18 – a spiritual number in Judaism. Many Jewish people around the world wear Chai pendants around their necks, as it is believed to be a virtue for protection. The word Chai inscribed on Jewish jewelry accessories demonstrates how Judaism emphasizes and celebrates the sanctity of life. Chai is a very common feature in Jewish jewelry, and it is a popular gift for a Bar or Bat Mitzvah.
Hebrew inscriptions
- You can also find Jewelry designs exclusive to Jewish culture with Hebrew inscriptions, such as Shema Yisrael prayer, which is the most famous and significant Jewish prayer, or other quotations from the Bible. Another famous prayer inscribed on many Jewish jewelry accessories is Tefillat HaDerch (Traveler's Prayer), said upon a long journey, asking God for protection. Finally, you can find pendants which include a micro copy of the Book of Psalms, one of the most sacred and poetic Jewish texts, believed ton have been written by King David.
There is also a wide variety of Jewish jewelry inscribed with Hebrew letters, words or sentences that have Kabbalist meaning or come from Kabbalah's sacred sources. One of the most prominent features is the 72 names of God. Many Jewish jewelry accessories are inscribed with a three letter sequence, Aleph-Lamed-Dalet, one of the 72 names of God, which is believed to fight the evil eye. This niche in Jewish jewelry is commonly known as Kabbalah jewelry.
We bring you an extensive collection of Jewish jewelry which includes Star of David pendants, Hamsa jewelry in elegant designs, authentic rings with Hebrew inscriptions, Kabbalah jewelry and much more. All pieces are handmade in Israel by renowned Israeli jewelry designers in assorted styles to perfectly fit your taste and style. Any kind of uniquely designed Jewish jewelry, whether a pendant, a ring or a bracelet will make an artistic and stylish expression of faith with great symbolic significance.
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